AWD Control Arms (I do not think this is redundant)
03-13-23, 08:23 PM
#16
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I bet the aftermarket axles will suddenly become available.
I am replacing front axles on my AWD because two mechanics have told me the stuff inside the boot is splashed about. It still drives right but I want to get them out before they are destroyed. My reading on here tells me that the aftermarket axles are dubious. My mechanic thinks they're fine. I hope to refurb the OEM ones with neoprene boots and have them ready if the aftermarket ones are trouble.
I bought aftermarket ones on RockAuto. When I started shopping, they were super hard to find. I watched the last one in the world sell and figured I missed out. Later, all the brands had stock again! I wanted to have some on hand if an axle failed (because the ebb and flow of inventory would be a risk) so I chose these:
2011 LEXUS LS460 4.6L V8
TRAKMOTIVE TO8456 (TO-8456) CV Axle
TRAKMOTIVE TO8455 (TO-8455) CV Axle
TRAKMOTIVE TO8441 (TO-8441) CV Axle
TRAKMOTIVE TO8440 (TO-8440) CV Axle
If the mechanic can refurb the OEMs immediately then I might let him put them back on instead of these so I can return or sell the TrakMotives. Of course, if the wear has gone too far then that is out.
I am replacing front axles on my AWD because two mechanics have told me the stuff inside the boot is splashed about. It still drives right but I want to get them out before they are destroyed. My reading on here tells me that the aftermarket axles are dubious. My mechanic thinks they're fine. I hope to refurb the OEM ones with neoprene boots and have them ready if the aftermarket ones are trouble.
I bought aftermarket ones on RockAuto. When I started shopping, they were super hard to find. I watched the last one in the world sell and figured I missed out. Later, all the brands had stock again! I wanted to have some on hand if an axle failed (because the ebb and flow of inventory would be a risk) so I chose these:
2011 LEXUS LS460 4.6L V8
TRAKMOTIVE TO8456 (TO-8456) CV Axle
TRAKMOTIVE TO8455 (TO-8455) CV Axle
TRAKMOTIVE TO8441 (TO-8441) CV Axle
TRAKMOTIVE TO8440 (TO-8440) CV Axle
If the mechanic can refurb the OEMs immediately then I might let him put them back on instead of these so I can return or sell the TrakMotives. Of course, if the wear has gone too far then that is out.
03-14-23, 02:04 AM
#17
Pole Position
Clean and repack the existing axles with proper grease. Replace boots if necessary.
03-15-23, 05:33 PM
#18
Pit Crew
I bet the aftermarket axles will suddenly become available.
I am replacing front axles on my AWD because two mechanics have told me the stuff inside the boot is splashed about. It still drives right but I want to get them out before they are destroyed. My reading on here tells me that the aftermarket axles are dubious. My mechanic thinks they're fine. I hope to refurb the OEM ones with neoprene boots and have them ready if the aftermarket ones are trouble.
I bought aftermarket ones on RockAuto. When I started shopping, they were super hard to find. I watched the last one in the world sell and figured I missed out. Later, all the brands had stock again! I wanted to have some on hand if an axle failed (because the ebb and flow of inventory would be a risk) so I chose these:
2011 LEXUS LS460 4.6L V8
TRAKMOTIVE TO8456 (TO-8456) CV Axle
TRAKMOTIVE TO8455 (TO-8455) CV Axle
TRAKMOTIVE TO8441 (TO-8441) CV Axle
TRAKMOTIVE TO8440 (TO-8440) CV Axle
If the mechanic can refurb the OEMs immediately then I might let him put them back on instead of these so I can return or sell the TrakMotives. Of course, if the wear has gone too far then that is out.
I am replacing front axles on my AWD because two mechanics have told me the stuff inside the boot is splashed about. It still drives right but I want to get them out before they are destroyed. My reading on here tells me that the aftermarket axles are dubious. My mechanic thinks they're fine. I hope to refurb the OEM ones with neoprene boots and have them ready if the aftermarket ones are trouble.
I bought aftermarket ones on RockAuto. When I started shopping, they were super hard to find. I watched the last one in the world sell and figured I missed out. Later, all the brands had stock again! I wanted to have some on hand if an axle failed (because the ebb and flow of inventory would be a risk) so I chose these:
2011 LEXUS LS460 4.6L V8
TRAKMOTIVE TO8456 (TO-8456) CV Axle
TRAKMOTIVE TO8455 (TO-8455) CV Axle
TRAKMOTIVE TO8441 (TO-8441) CV Axle
TRAKMOTIVE TO8440 (TO-8440) CV Axle
If the mechanic can refurb the OEMs immediately then I might let him put them back on instead of these so I can return or sell the TrakMotives. Of course, if the wear has gone too far then that is out.
I am inclined to agree with your mechanic's opinion of aftermarket axles but I am looking forward to seeing how their work out for you. I hadn't seen the TrakMotive brand yet so thank you for sharing. I think I may go ahead and order a set while they're in stock because I also found them to be out of stock, some places permanently so, everywhere.
09-30-23, 02:25 PM
#19
Driver School Candidate
Can you share your experience ?
I am inclined to agree with your mechanic's opinion of aftermarket axles but I am looking forward to seeing how their work out for you. I hadn't seen the TrakMotive brand yet so thank you for sharing. I think I may go ahead and order a set while they're in stock because I also found them to be out of stock, some places permanently so, everywhere.
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